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Health Effects

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Warnings:

Warnings:
Common Sense Caution: Avoid getting in eyes. In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with water. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.

Acute Health Effects:

From MSDS
Health Hazards and Hazard Data
The TLV of the mixture has not been established.
1. Effects of Acute Accidental Exposure
Eye Contact:
Eye irritant.
Skin Contact:
Potential skin irritant.
Inhalation:
Not likely to be inhaled.
Ingestion:
Moderately toxic.

Chronic Health Effects:

From MSDS
Effects of Chronic Exposure
For purposes of chronic exposure under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, this is an untested mixture. These types of products have been used extensively by consumers and Worldwide Beauty Care is not aware of any significant adverse effects. Target Organs: This product contains ingredients which have been shown to affect tissues or organs when fed at high levels of exposure in animal studies not encountered in normal use. Liver weights were noted to be increased in rodents following repeated oral and inhalation exposures by Cyclomethicone and Dimethicone. When the
exposure was stopped, liver weights returned to normal.
3. Carcinogen Status:
OSHA: No NTP: No IARC: No
4. Route of Entry:
Inhalation: No Ingestion: Yes Skin: Yes
5. Pre-existing dermatitis would likely be made worse by exposure to these products.

Carcinogenicity:

From MSDS
None known

First Aid:

From MSDS
Eye Contact:
Remove contact lenses, if used. Flush immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Skin Contact:
If spilled, wash skin immediately with soap and water (do not use solvents). Change into clean clothing. If allergic reaction develops, contact dermatologist.
Inhalation:
Remove person to fresh air. Increase ventilation.
Ingestion:
Rinse out mouth with water and administer large amounts of milk. Contact Poison Control Center.

From MSDS
Steps to be taken in Case Material is released or Spilled:
Avoid ignition sources. Material is flammable. Contain spill and promptly clean up. Flush with water. Floor can be slippery when wet.

Disposal:

From MSDS
Products covered by this MSDS, in their original form, are considered hazardous waste according to RCRA. Additionally, disposal should be in accordance with all applicable Local, State and Federal regulations.
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage:
Do not expose to sunlight. Keep away from radiators and heat.